Pimalai Resort & Spa

On the last night of a 5-day visit to Koh Lanta, and my wife and I loved every second of our stay at the Pimalai. We'll miss our Hillside Ocean View Pool Villa. It's just about 2,200 sqft, and has a separate bedroom and living room (with fully equipped bathroom and kitchenette) on either side of the infinity pool. There's a lot of privacy, and comes with stunning sea views. The outdoor spaces are very thoughtful used, and the interiors are full of sustainable materials. It's earthy low-key luxury, and supremely comfortable. We'll also miss the pampering. You can request services, make reservations for restaurants or classes on the Pimalai app, which is extremely convenient. Service was exceptional. We did not encounter a team member who wasn't polite, efficient and thoughtful. From the drivers who transfer you from airport to hotel, or the extremely efficient front desk and buggy drivers who whisk you around the resort, or the housekeepers and the restaurant staff. We were extremely well looked after. We've visited heaps of luxury villas across Asia, and even amongst all the bigger names, we thought Pimalai was a stand-out. Looking forward to coming back already.

We stayed here for 8 nights and would highly recommend. The resort even has its own private pier and boat from the mainland to Koh Lanta. From the moment you step on that pier you are made to feel like royalty. Staff are all lovely and will always provide quick assistance if needed. We stayed in a Deluxe Villa not far from the beach (402). Fantastic large balcony and very large comfortable accommodation. Around the pool area there are staff who will bring cold soft drinks for free. Breakfasts are fantastic. Everything 10/10. The only downside is that once you have stayed here you may be disappointed wherever else you go to stay. I highly recommend the sunset cruise which is run by the hotel.

Pilamai.. where even to start… The attention of detail, service are outstanding. I don’t really know where to start, for the price you pay its just so worth it. It’s very clean, beautiful, cushions are amazing, bed is amazing. I could not say anything negative. I’d like to do a little special mention to Noi, the lady at the reception, the kindest soul and made our experience very special. We were travelling with our two year old and there is a little space for toddlers which is amazing too. Hes been given a beautiful teddy bear, slippers and robe for him. So so special. The app really takes the service next level. Everyone is just amazing, so welcoming and mad our journey so special. Has been the best time, words cannot express. Food was amazing and breakfast too. Food quality was very good. My family joined us too and transport from airport was complimentary and they helped her with check in at the airport for her return. Thank you pilamai team. We hopefully be back one day

We visited Pimalai in June 2024. The hotel & service was outstanding. We stayed in the hillside ocean view private pool villa and it phenomenal. It was very private with unbelievable views of the ocean, sunset and stars. The food & cocktails in the hotel were amazing. We especially loved the slow cooked beef masaman. The staff were very friendly & made our stay even more special. We still talk about it to this day.

We stayed for 5 nights in low season- a mix of sunshine and rain as expected for the time of year. Rooms are pleasant and the staff are all very kind. My children enjoyed the kids club area and activities offered. The hotel restaurants were very good food, but we also walked along the beach to have lunch in the town a few times (at more of a thai price). Breakfast was good and the buggy service around the resort was helpful, especially with children. We personally wouldn’t choose to stay here again for two reasons- although there’s probably not much that can be done, the monkeys really scared us. One came running towards us baring its teeth and my 4 year old was extremely reluctant to leave the room again after that happened. I think guests should be given verbal warning on arrival of what to do if you see them - there is information in the written booklet in the room but a verbal warning should be given. The last major negative for us was the huge amount of litter on the beach. It was so beautiful but despite the hotels environmental claims (or perhaps greenwashing), there is no effort to clean this up, even from right outside the lifeguard/beach activity station. Big pieces of polystyrene, and literally bucketfuls of rubbish everywhere. More effort should be made to clean this up particularly considering there are 3-4 staff on duty with pretty much nothing to do given the small number of guests. Other hotels we have stayed at have offered litter bags and a free drink if you fill one- perhaps such an incentive would help keep the lovely beach here cleaner?